cannibalism

/ˌkænɪˈbælɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the practice of eating human flesh

“The documentary exposed the dark history of cannibalism in certain cultures.”

2. noun

the act of devouring or consuming a person’s ideas, emotions, or even their physical or mental energy

“She felt drained of her creativity after being subjected to the cannibalism of her boss’s ideas.”

3. noun

the practice of exploiting or taking advantage of others, often for personal gain

“The company was accused of cannibalism by releasing a new product that directly competed with their existing ones.”

4. noun

a person or thing that engages in or promotes cannibalism

“The cannibalism in the novel was a metaphor for the corrupting influence of power.”

Synonyms

  • anthropophagy
  • human flesh consumption

Antonyms

  • altruism
  • selflessness